Best Aromatic Wisdom™ Podcasts (2024)

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#109: Whiff of Wisdom: How To Get Out of Your Food Rut | Kevin Cox 9:01

8d ago9:01

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In this week's whiff of wisdom, writer and culinary explorer Kevin Cox shares how to reignite the joy in discovering and exploring new foods so you can get out of your culinary rut. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #22.Whiff of Wisdom is a new format that's being added biweekly, which spotlights an inspirational insight from a g…

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Rosacea Reimagined: Innovative Techniques for a Healthier Complexion with Amayra Morales 46:07

2h ago46:07

46:07

In this episode, Nikki interviews Amayra Morales about rosacea and its connection to the gut and what we eat. Amyra Morales. Amayra is an Ayurveda digestive health coach who focuses on helping women manage rosacea so they can glow from the inside out. Amayra hit her lowest health point in 2018 and through a series of fortunate events ended up in In…

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New Beginnings: Season 4 Of Vetiver Vibes Is Here! 7:45

8h ago7:45

7:45

Welcome to Season 4 of the Vetiver Vibes podcast!! If you want to join us on the podcast, you can fill out the following form. If we think you're a good fit, we will reach out to you. https://forms.gle/z7X62RfDyWMpnw2E6 Support the show This podcast is for information purposes only. We are certified clinical aromatherapists and holistic health prof…

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#110: Thoughts on (Artisan) Perfumery with Candace Winrow Weekly 1:13:07

14h ago1:13:07

1:13:07

In this episode, Frauke sits down with perfumer Candace Winrow Weekly, who shares her thoughts on artisan perfumery and perfumery as a whole. Candace explains how her background as a dessert chef and floral designer has informed her work as a perfumer. She shares why she only works with raw materials, and not pre-made mixtures, so that she can expr…

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#108: No Place for Plants - The Children's Book That Meets The Moment with Dr. Kelly Ablard 1:07:28

15d ago1:07:28

1:07:28

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Dr. Kelly Ablard to talk about their new children's picture book No Place for Plants. The co-authors share how they conceived of writing the book, what the catalysts were that inspired them, and why the book meets the moment we find ourselves in. They explain why conservation and smelling are a perfect pair to…

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Essentria's Anniversary Special: 5 Years of Empowering Aromatherapists 33:00

20d ago33:00

33:00

In this episode, Nikki and Rachael recap what Essentria Aromatherapy School has done over the past year and 5 years since the launch of the school. We are very grateful for all the support from our past and present students, and community members. We have students in 138 countries We have supported 8,888 students Sponsored NAHA’s Botanica Conferenc…

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#107: Whiff of Wisdom: Why Small is Big and Big is Small | Swami Krishana Chaitanya 8:19

22d ago8:19

8:19

In this week's whiff of wisdom, Nisarga Farms' co-founder Swami Krishana Chaitanya explains why our health, our future, and our global wellbeing depend on us staying small. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #14.Whiff of Wisdom is a new format that's being added biweekly, which spotlights an inspirational insight from a guest on t…

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#106: Creativity through Mixology x Perfumery with Jackie Brenner 1:08:12

29d ago1:08:12

1:08:12

In this episode, Frauke sits down with mixologist and perfumer Jackie Brenner to talk about the creative synergies of cocktail mixing and perfume blending. Whether you drink alcohol, or not, this episode is about getting inspiration for any creative endeavor(s). Jackie tells how she's always been connected to her sense of smell, starting in her ear…

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Aromatic Abundance: 5+1 Ways to Skyrocket Your Earnings in Aromatherapy 25:54

1M ago25:54

25:54

In this episode, Nikki goes over 5 ways how you can increase your income as an aromatherapist. She also added a bonus way at the end too! 1. Consultation/Bespoke products Products that are made specifically for individual clients after a consultation is done. 2. Selling off the shelf Have product lines that you sell at markets, Etsy, online store F…

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#105: Whiff of Wisdom: Using Smell To Help Children Living With Trauma | Nicole Derieux 7:54

1M ago7:54

7:54

In this week's whiff of wisdom, Parfums de Vie co-founder Nicole Derieux talks about some of the different experiences she creates for at-risk children and teens in Grasse, France, each of which uses their senses of smell and taste to help give them coping strategies for the unimaginable trauma they’ve already faced at such an early age. To listen …

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Breathing New Life: Exploring Transformational Breathwork with Teresa Trieb 1:00:46

1M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

In this episode, Nikki interviews Teresa Trieb about transformational breathwork, also known as conscious connective breathing or DMT breathwork. Teresa Trieb is a somatic breath therapist from Munich, Germany. She helps others gain access to their subconscious mind, release trapped emotions and help rewire their brain through the power of transfor…

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#104: Scent in Cinema with Tammy Burnstock and Jas Brooks 1:25:51

1M ago1:25:51

1:25:51

In this episode, Frauke sits down with In-Glorious Smell-O-Vision co-director and producer Tammy Burnstock and historical scent technology aficionado Jas Brooks to discuss all things scent in cinema. Tammy and Jas share how they believe scent as a medium can convey messages and enhance cinematic experiences, and explain how you can make something a…

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#103: Whiff of Wisdom: Perceptions of a Smelly World When You've Never Smelled | Dia Kline 13:11

2M ago13:11

13:11

Happy Anosmia Awareness Week! In this week's whiff of wisdom, actor and comedian Dia Kline, who was born with no ability to smell, shares her perception of how the world must smell based on what she hears us smellers constantly saying. She also shares when she first realized that she couldn’t smell, and reveals some really funny observations about …

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Waning Moon Wisdom with Aromatherapy Under the Full Moon, Part 2 28:25

2M ago28:25

28:25

Discover the art of working with moon energy. This is a two-part series where this episode will go over the second half of the moon cycle. Listen to Part 1 AromaLunar Insights With Navigating The New Moon Glow. In this episode Nikki shares with Rachael how she works with the moon from Full Moon up until Waning Crescent. She also goes over some go-t…

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70: Essential Oils vs Fragrance Oils - What is the Difference? 33:53

2M ago33:53

33:53

Summary In this episode, Liz uncovers the differences between two aromatic wonders; essential oils and fragrance oils, and takes a side-by-side look at the definition, production method, uses, and safety considerations for each. What You Will Learn in Episode #70: A comprehensive comparison between essential oils and fragrance oils Essential oils p…

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#102: Journeys Through Indian Fragrance Materials with Divrina Dhingra 1:08:32

2M ago1:08:32

1:08:32

In this episode, Frauke sits down with writer and journalist Divrina Dhingra to talk about her new book, The Perfume Project: Journeys through Indian Fragrance, and discuss some of the indigenous aromatic materials that have defined Indian perfumery for centuries. Divrina shares her experience going to Kannauj, known as the "Center of Indian Perfum…

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Tyranny of And plus the Power of No 21:41

2M ago21:41

21:41

This week in the Soul Garden, I am reflecting on the tyranny of the And. What it is, what it does to us, and how we might be able to turn that around with some soul searching and the power of No. For solopreneurs, freelancers, consultants this may resonate. For women in midlife, thinking about how we can work with the menopause transition to gain c…

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The Alchemy of Aromatics 29:44

2M ago29:44

29:44

In this episode of The Soul Garden we explore natural perfumery and working with ancient cosmological concepts in the approach to creating aromatic portraits of ancient mystics and modern day perfume lovers. Georgina Langdale discusses her approach to working with aromatics. She talks about using raw ingredients, astrology, amulets, and Renaissance…

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#101: Whiff of Wisdom: How To Evaluate a Fragrance Just Like Music | Justin Copeland 10:38

2M ago10:38

10:38

In this week's whiff of wisdom, musician and fragrance enthusiast Justin Copeland gives his sensory perspective on how to evaluate a fragrance just like music. He explains how to lean into the feeling you have with the experience and encourages you to use your instinct. To listen to the original full episode go to episode #12. Whiff of Wisdom is a …

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AromaLunar Insights With Navigating The New Moon Glow - part 1 31:01

2M ago31:01

31:01

Discover the art of working with moon energy. This is a two-part series where thi episode will go over the first half of the moon cycle. In this episode Nikki shares with Rachael how she works with the moon from new moon up until full before the full moon. There are 4 quarters of the moon cycle, or 8 phases. New Moon, Waxing crescent, first quarter…

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#100: Smell and Nationalism in the Great War with Jess Clark 59:50

2M ago59:50

59:50

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Brock University Associate Professor Jessica P. Clark to give an olfactory perspective on constructions of gender, race, and national identity during the Great War (WWI) in Britain. Jess begins by giving context to the period, explaining who made up the British forces (class & race), the volunteers supporting …

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The Power of Emptiness 30:22

2M ago30:22

30:22

In this episode of The Soul Garden, Georgina Langdale reflects on a book by Thomas Moore, The Eloquence of Silence - surprising wisdom in tales of emptiness. Thomas Moore offers a compelling case for an easier, lighter way of moving through life by experiencing the peace. calm and openness of emptiness. Georgina touches on how emptiness can be a po…

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#99: Whiff of Wisdom - Why Your Sense of Smell is Amazing | Ann-Sophie Barwich 7:11

3M ago7:11

7:11

In this week's whiff of wisdom, cognitive scientist and empirical philosopher Ann-Sophie Barwich advocates for why your sense of smell is so amazing. She explains what people get wrong about our sense of smell, including the belief that dogs are better smellers than humans. She also emphasizes the fact that, through smelling, we can expand the qual…

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Let's talk about Vaginal Dryness 27:30

3M ago27:30

27:30

The hormonal changes women experience as they go through menopause can lead to vaginal dryness, which is not a topic many people are keen to talk about. But over the past decade Georgina has been developing and making natural products to support women through menopause and other transitions, and has spoken to women and health professionals about th…

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Leo Full Moon Love Meditation 12:52

3M ago12:52

12:52

The Leo Full Moon is here and what better time to do a Love Meditation. Get comfy and let's get started. Courses | Coaching georginalangdale.com Instagram @georginalangdalesoul Facebook @georginalsoul NatFem Botanics | Perfume |Plant Essences: Archeus Apothecary archeus.nz Instagram: @ArcheusNaturalLiving Facebook @ArcheusNaturalLiving Youtube @Arc…

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#98: Scents in China: A Modern History of Smell with Xuelei Huang 1:10:47

3M ago1:10:47

1:10:47

In this episode, Frauke sits down with University of Edinburgh Senior Lecturer and author Xuelei Huang to discuss her new book Scents of China: A Modern History of Smell. In the conversation she reveals a unique perspective on the smellscapes that permeated Chinese life from the eighteen through mid-twentieth century. Xuelei explains the concept of…

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#97: Whiff of Wisdom - Using Positive Scent Memories To Feel Good | Dr. Rachel Herz 10:04

3M ago10:04

10:04

Tapping into our positive scent memories can be a great addition to your wellness routine. In this whiff of wisdom, psychologist and cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Rachel Herz shares how you can harness your positive scent memories to help improve your wellbeing both physically and mentally. Dr. Herz also shares how you can create new scent memories …

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Aromas In Focus: Jennifer Jefferies' Journey With Aromatherapy Insight Cards 40:09

3M ago40:09

40:09

In this episode, Nikki interviews Jennifer Jefferies all about intuitive aromatherapy and the insight cards that she created with illustrator Karen Osborn. Her favourite oil How she got into aromatherapy How the Aromatherapy Insight cards were developed Aroma kinesiology How we are emotional beings and we have to work with the emotional side as wel…

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When Life Changes 27:02

3M ago27:02

27:02

When life changes and someone we love, or maybe its us, is given bad news, we need to dig deep to find ways through it all. In this episode I share with you how recent bad news within my own family prompted me to write a book to offers ways to help those I love navigate the times we find ourselves in. There are three things that I think are at the …

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69: How to Choose Your Guiding Theme for an Intentional Year 21:35

3M ago21:35

21:35

A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovering Your Guiding Theme for Personal and Professional Growth in 2024 or anytime you start with a "clean slate" What You'll Hear in Episode #69 Liz realizes this is the 10th year of the Aromatic Wisdom podcast and shares her journey of starting the podcast as a novice and the joy she finds in podcasting. Liz discusses …

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Goddess Archetypes and You 30:21

3M ago30:21

30:21

This week is all about the goddesses within and looking at goddess archetypes through the lens of a midlife woman. Getting to know these archetypes and working with them to help navigate life can be wonderfully empowering. In this episode we explore the archetypes of Hestia, Hera, Artemis, Demeter, Persephone and Aphrodite. If you are interested in…

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#96 Third Anniversary 30:27

3M ago30:27

30:27

On this third anniversary of An Aromatic Life, just like every year, Frauke shares what her recent guests revealed when asked “What does the sense of smell mean to you?” This New Year's episode is a chance to reflect on this beautiful, complicated, and under-appreciated sense and ask what it can do for you. It's also an invitation to incorporate mo…

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The Secrets of Neuroaromatics and good feelings with Saskia Schanz 47:51

4M ago47:51

47:51

In this episode, Nikki interviews Saskia Schanz about Neuroaromatics. Saskia Schanz is a teacher by training where she developed a learning concept for students, who she discovered, learnt best when they focussed on going inwards to find and express their authentic selves. Then came Saskia’s 3 children where she took a break and began painting abst…

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New Year New You! Renaissance Reading 19:34

4M ago19:34

19:34

It's that time of the year when we ask ourselves the big questions about who we really are, what are we doing, are we truly answering our calling. We set goals for the year ahead, dream about that career change, wonder what claiming one's true self after menopause could look like, we think about the art we could create, and the service to others we…

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Replay - BONUS - Breaking through limiting beliefs 17:14

4M ago17:14

17:14

In this episode, Nikki goes through an actionable exercise to help break through limiting beliefs. Letting go of old beliefs, setting new goals, and moving forward. Nikki originally participated in a similar exercise in a live presentation in a program by James Wedmore. If you can write out your answers by hand, this would be ideal. Handwriting can…

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This Green Path 27:33

4M ago27:33

27:33

This is the last episode of The Soul Garden for 2023! And in this episode Georgina Langdale reflects on the power of landscape as part of one's own sense of being. She shares the wood in which she laid her father's ashes to rest, and conjures the green path she walks on inspired by nature and mystics such as Hildegard of Bingen, ending with a Celti…

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Happy New Year from Vetiver Vibes 12:22

4M ago12:22

12:22

In this episode, Nikki and Rachael wish everyone a happy holiday season. We go over Our holiday sale - save 15% off bundles and massage courses with coupon code - holiday23 How we’ve grown this year New course launched in 2023 - Ayurvedic Indian Head Massage Past podcast - Breaking through limiting beliefs The importance of setting goals for the up…

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Working with the Energetic Power of Plant Essences 35:04

4M ago35:04

35:04

In this week's episode we look at plant essences, also known as flower remedies. These are a form of vibrational medicine that is said to tap into the 'life force' of a plant. Georgina Langdale, presenter of The Soul Garden and founder of the Archeus Apothecary, has been working with this form of plant medicine throughout her life. This episode loo…

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The Archeus Evolution into Compassionate Care 31:05

4M ago31:05

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As Archeus celebrates 10 Years since it launched, founder and Soul Garden presenter, Georgina Langdale discusses how Archeus evolved from an artisanal apothecary into a centre for compassionate care. Reflecting on her parents' deaths, the power of Nature as a teacher, and how compassion can help deepen connection at every stage of the life journey …

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#95: The Best of 2023 1:15:09

4M ago1:15:09

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In this year end episode, Frauke revisits some of her favorite guest insights from 2023. Follow Frauke on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@an_aromatic_life ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out Frauke's Scent*Tattoo project: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.scenttattoo.com⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anaromaticlife/message…

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The Learning Code: Strategies for Mastering New Concepts 25:28

4M ago25:28

25:28

In this episode, Rachael and Nikki chat about the importance of thinking outside the box and looking at the big picture. This is important for everyday life situations and also for students studying a course. Being able to use critical thinking is an important tool to have. We discussed: The importance of thinking outside the box When you’re learni…

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Archeus 10 Years On - My relationship with Nature 33:40

5M ago33:40

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In this week’s episode of The Soul Garden podcast, I reflect on my own connection with nature and ways I have worked with it over the past ten years of Archeus. For me, stepping away from my previous career, to step fully into this realm of working with nature, with plants to create offerings to support health and wellbeing at a physical, emotional…

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Archeus 10 Years On Episode #1 27:10

5M ago27:10

27:10

This episode marks 10 years to the day since the launch of my business Archeus! In this episode I reflect on why I set Archeus up, some of my influences, a big thank you to those who have believed in my over this time. I reflect on the awards recognition over the years. I list ten things I have learned from ten years in business. And reflect on wha…

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#94: Exploring Oud with Rahel Ali 43:03

5M ago43:03

43:03

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Rahel Ali of Oudbase to talk about the aromatic resinous material oud. Rahel explains the religious and cultural significance of oud for many around the world, and shares the many ways the wood is used. He talks about how the fragrant material is formed in the aquilaria tree, what parts of the wood are used, a…

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Reflexology Revealed: A Chat with Expert Sue Todd 1:07:04

5M ago1:07:04

1:07:04

In this episode, Nikki has the pleasure of interviewing the amazing Sue Todd regarding reflexology. Sue is a retired dental hygienist, reflexologist, reflexology instructor and certified aroamtherapists, and author. She is an advocate for gratitude practice. She is passionate about learning and sharing what she learns. This has evolved into Sue sha…

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68: How Does Your Life Smell? 16:29

5M ago16:29

16:29

In this episode of the Aromatic Wisdom Podcast, host Liz Fulcher takes a departure from her usual aromatherapy discussions to read from a favorite book, "Until Today" by Iyanla Vanzant. The excerpt, "I'm willing to acknowledge there are things in my life that do not smell quite right," prompts a unique discussion on the metaphorical and literal mea…

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#93: A Fragrant Journey From India to the U.S. with Anjali Vandemark 1:01:30

5M ago1:01:30

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In this episode, Frauke sits down with artisan perfumer Anjali Vandemark to talk about her fragrant journey from her homeland India to her current residence in Bainbridge Island, Washington in the U.S. Anjali shares some of her favorite scent memories as a child growing up in Nagpur and later working in Mumbai. She explains what makes India such an…

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The Aromas of Nature: Organic Perfumery's Alluring Charm with Bonita Barth 47:07

5M ago47:07

47:07

In this episode, Nikki interviews Bonita Barth, who’s been working in the field of natural skincare, organic perfumery, and plant medicine for over 30 years. Nikki and Bonita discuss: Her favourite essential oil, cistus How Bonita started her aromatherapy journey as an herbalist How The Aromatherapist is a family business What is organic perfumery …

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We're back to regular programming for Season 3 5:14

5M ago5:14

5:14

We are back after a delay due to life! Love Rachael and Nikki Support the show This podcast is for information purposes only. We are certified clinical aromatherapists and holistic health professionals. If you have a medication concern, please refer to your health team. Everyone’s health is unique to themselves, so the topics and suggestions stated…

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#92: Connecting With Everyday Smells When You Have Smell Loss with Katie Boateng 1:28:42

6M ago1:28:42

1:28:42

In this episode, Frauke sits down with Podcaster and Smell and Taste Association of North America President Katie Boateng to discuss how to connect with smells more to enrich daily life experiences when you've lost your sense of smell. Katie shares how she lost her sense of smell and why that's changed her understanding and memory of everyday smell…

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